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Montagu, South Africa
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Montagu is a small city in Western Cape, South Africa with a population of 18,182. Elevation: 748 ft (228 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).
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About Montagu
Montagu is a town in the Western Cape province of South Africa, about 180 kilometres (110 mi) from Cape Town in the Western Little Karoo.
People
Climate
| Population | 18,182 |
| Population Density | 10 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 748 ft (228 m) |
| Coordinates | -33.7866°, 20.1211° |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| State / Province | Western Cape |
| Average Temperature | 65°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 19.4 inches (493 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Montagu
Montagu is a small city in South Africa (Western Cape) with a population of 18,182. The city sits at an elevation of 748 feet (228 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Johannesburg.
Climate in Montagu
Montagu has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 335 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.2°F |
| 21% above South Africa avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 315 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 748 ft (228 m) |
| Area | 1,807.5 sq mi (4,681.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 10/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -33.7866°N, 20.1211°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 0.7 in | Warmest, Driest |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 0.8 in | |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 0.9 in | |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 1.4 in | |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 1.5 in | |
| June | 53°F (12°C) | 1.7 in | Coldest |
| July | 55°F (13°C) | 1.6 in | |
| August | 53°F (12°C) | 1.8 in | Wettest |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 1.1 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 0.9 in | |
| November | 66°F (19°C) | 0.8 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 0.8 in |
Montagu has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 53°F in June to 75°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 14.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (1.8") and January the driest (0.7").
Schools in Montagu
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montagu High School | — | — | — | — |
| Montagu Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Montagu Prîmer | — | — | — | — |
| WA Rossouw Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ashbury Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Hoërskool Montagu | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Montagu
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Montagu
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montagu Museum - Joubert House | ||||
| Montagu Museum - Old Mission Church |
Libraries in Montagu
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashbury Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ashton Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Robertson Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sunnyside Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wakerstroom West Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Zolani Public Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Montagu
4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Montagu
14 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Montagu
8 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Montagu
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Montagu
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Montagu
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Montagu
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Montagu
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Montagu
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Montagu
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Montagu
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Robertson Airport | ROD | Medium Airport |
| Ashton Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Caledon Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Ceres Airport | — | Small Airport |
| De Doorns Airport | — | Small Airport |
| De Hoop Nature Reserve Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Elandspad Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Hendrik Swellengrebel Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sanbona Wildlife Reserve Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Worcester Glider Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Montagu
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Montagu Post Office | |
| The Courier Guy |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Montagu
8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| ACCV Centre | |
| Centre of Hope | |
| Church Nazarene | |
| Joshua Generation | |
| Lady of Fatima | |
| Montagu NG Kerk | |
| Nuew Lewe | |
| St Mildred's |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in South Africa
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What is the population of Montagu?
Montagu has a population of 18,182 residents and is located in South Africa. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 1,807.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Montagu?
Montagu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 315 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.4 inches.